Twitter Facebook LinkedIn Blog February 28, 2023 Honoring Black History Month with Irvine grantee partners Thea Jewel Soriano Thea Jewel Soriano Black History Month is a chance to recognize the leadership and contributions, across generations, of Black changemakers while also acknowledging that deeply rooted racism and classism continue to disproportionately impact Black communities. For decades, Black changemakers have advocated for racial, economic, and gender equity for all and these efforts have shaped today’s movements and leaders. In honor of Black History Month, we highlighted some of the Black-led and Black-serving organizations that Irvine and our regranting partners are proud to support: California Black Power Network, Center on Policy Initiatives, Coleman Advocates, Congregations Organized for Prophetic Engagement, California EDGE Coalition, National Black Worker Center, and Oakstop. We asked each of them the same question: “What is one thing that you’d like others to know about your organization?” From advocating for policy and narrative change to challenging discriminatory practices in the workplace, producing research, and empowering new and established community leaders, these organizations are dedicated to helping ensure that California is a place where Black workers, their families, and everyone in our communities, can thrive. It’s a privilege to partner with them on this journey. As we reflect on Black History Month, we hope that the insights below serve as lessons and inspiration to reimagine what California can be and to work together towards a more just and equitable society. California EDGE Coalition Photo credit: California EDGE Coalition California Black Power Network Photo credit: California Black Power Network Center on Policy Initiatives Photo credit: Center on Policy Initiatives Coleman Advocates Photo credit: Coleman Advocates Congregations Organized for Prophetic Engagement Photo credit: COPE National Black Worker Center Photo credit: National Black Worker Center Oakstop Photo credit: Oakstop About the Foundation
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